Job Description
Oracle Fusion PLM-Lead Consultant
Job Location:
Michigan
Location Flexibility:
Multiple Locations in Country
Req Id:
6218
Posting Start Date:
3/6/26
| Job Description: Oracle Fusion PLM — Lead Consultant Location: United States Employment Type: Full-Time Travel Requirement: Up to 75% domestic travel within the US; Rarely International travel may be required ________________________________________ About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Oracle Fusion PLM Lead Consultant to join our growing practice. In this senior client-facing role, you will lead end-to-end implementations of Oracle Product Lifecycle Management solutions — including Oracle Product Development Cloud, Product Data Hub (PDH), Engineering and Manufacturing BOM management, Engineering Change Orders (ECO), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) etc. — for clients across discrete manufacturing industries such as Industrial Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment, and, Automotive Tier 1 suppliers. You will serve as the functional subject matter expert, working closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and IT stakeholders to deliver scalable, best-practice PLM solutions that accelerate product development and ensure manufacturing readiness. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Implementation & Delivery • Lead full lifecycle implementations of Oracle Fusion PLM and Product Data Hub solutions, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, training, and go-live support • Conduct current-state assessments and business process workshops covering product data management, BOM structures, change management, and new product introduction (NPI) processes • Design and configure Oracle Product Data Hub (PDH) to serve as the single source of truth for item master data, item attributes, item categories, and cross-organization item synchronization • Configure and manage Engineering BOM (EBOM) and Manufacturing BOM (MBOM) structures, including BOM transformations, BOM versioning, component substitutions, and multi-org BOM synchronization • Implement Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes including change request workflows, change order types, affected objects, approval hierarchies, and effectivity management • Design & configure PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) workflows and documentation requirements to support automotive and industrial quality standards during new part and change introductions • Develop functional design documents, configuration workbooks, test scripts, data migration templates, and end-user training materials • Lead System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), data conversion validation, and cutover planning activities • Manage hypercare and post-go-live support to ensure successful adoption and stabilization Client & Stakeholder Engagement • Act as a trusted advisor to client Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT leadership teams • Bridge the gap between Engineering and Manufacturing functions by aligning EBOM-to-MBOM transformation strategies with client product development and production planning processes • Facilitate working sessions and executive workshops to align PLM strategy, data governance, and Oracle solution capabilities • Proactively identify risks, scope changes, and integration dependencies, and communicate them with clear mitigation recommendations • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships that support continued growth and engagement Team Leadership & Practice Development • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level consultants on Oracle PLM functional best practices, configuration techniques, and client engagement delivery • Contribute to pre-sales activities including RFP responses, solution demonstrations, and client presentations • Support practice development efforts through creation of reusable accelerators, configuration templates, and methodology documentation specific to Oracle PLM and PDH • Stay current on Oracle Cloud quarterly release updates relevant to PLM, PDH, and Product Development Cloud, and assess their impact on active client environments ________________________________________ Required Qualifications Oracle Functional Expertise • Deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Product Data Hub (PDH) — including item master setup, item attributes, item classes, category hierarchies, cross-organization item synchronization, item approval workflows, publish/subscribe models, and PDH integrations with Oracle Manufacturing, Procurement, Inventory, and third-party ERP/PLM systems • Proven expertise in EBOM and MBOM configuration and management — including component structures, BOM versioning, substitute components, phantom assemblies, multi-org BOM synchronization, EBOM-to-MBOM transformation, and date/unit-based effectivity management in the context of engineering changes • Deep expertise in Oracle Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes — including change request and order types, affected object management, approval workflow configuration, change effectivity, mass change processing, and integration of ECOs with Manufacturing and Procurement • Working knowledge of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) workflows and documentation requirements (Design Records, PFMEAs, Control Plans, MSA, ISIRs) within Oracle PLM or Quality Management Cloud, and their relationship to NPI gate-based milestones • Strong understanding of Oracle Item Master and Manufacturing Cloud — including item attributes, item organizations, BOMs, Routings, Work Orders, and Work Centers — and how PLM/PDH data flows downstream across SCM modules including Inventory, Procurement, and Order Management Industry Experience • Demonstrated experience implementing Oracle EBS (e.g., Oracle PDH, Engineering, BOM modules) or Oracle Fusion PLM/PDH Cloud solutions for clients in discrete manufacturing industries — such as Industrial Manufacturing, Industrial Equipment, Aerospace & Defense, High-Tech, or similar complex, engineer-to-order / make-to-order environments • Working knowledge of product lifecycle processes in manufacturing including NPI, design release, change management, manufacturing readiness reviews, and production ramp • Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks relevant to PLM (e.g., APICS, ISO 9001, IATF 16949 for automotive quality) Technical & Analytical Skills • Proficiency in reading and interpreting functional design documents, data mapping specifications, and system configuration guides • Experience with Oracle integration concepts (FBDI, REST/SOAP APIs, Oracle Integration Cloud) as they relate to PDH and PLM data flows • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex product data and change management requirements into scalable Oracle configurations ________________________________________ Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience implementing Oracle EBS or Oracle Cloud PLM/PDH solutions for Automotive Tier 1 manufacturers — including familiarity with IATF 16949, PPAP submission requirements, OEM-specific part approval processes, and engineering change processes in high-volume production environments • Experience with Oracle Product Development Cloud (Oracle Agile or Innovation Management) for structured NPI and stage-gate product development processes • Exposure to Oracle Quality Management Cloud and its integration with PLM for nonconformance, CAPA, and inspection workflows • Experience with Oracle S&OP Cloud or Supply Chain Planning and how product structures flow from PLM into planning processes • Oracle Cloud PLM, PDH, or SCM certification(s) • Familiarity with Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) or OTBI for PLM and product data reporting ________________________________________ Professional Skills • Exceptional communication and presentation skills — able to engage confidently with engineering, operations, quality, and IT stakeholders at all levels • Ability to bridge the gap between Engineering and Manufacturing, translating design and change management concepts into Oracle configuration and process decisions • Strong facilitation skills with the ability to drive consensus in complex, multi-functional environments where engineering and operations priorities may conflict • Self-directed with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment • Collaborative mindset with a passion for knowledge sharing and elevating team capabilities ________________________________________ Travel Requirements • Must be willing and able to travel up to 75% within the United States to client sites on a weekly basis (typically Monday–Thursday on-site, home on weekends) • Valid driver's license and ability to rent vehicles as required ________________________________________ Education • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field • Master's degree or MBA preferred |
Relocation Supported:
No
Visa Sponsorship Approved:
No